Assault in Hamilton County, Florida

13
Total Cases
61.5%
Guilty Rate
38.5%
Withheld Rate
0.0%
Dismissal Rate
2.6 years
Avg Sentence

Based on 13 Assault cases in Hamilton County (2023-2025), 61.5% resulted in a guilty finding, 38.5% had adjudication withheld, and 0.0% were dismissed. The average sentence for convicted defendants is 2.6 years, with an average fine of $100.00. 0.0% of defendants retained private counsel while 53.8% used a public defender.

Facing Assault charges in Hamilton County?
Guilty
61.5% (8)
Withheld
38.5% (5)
Diversion
0.0% (0)
Dismissed
0.0% (0)
Acquitted
0.0% (0)
2.6 years
Avg Sentence
2.7 years
Median Sentence
3.2 years
Avg Probation
$100.00
Avg Fine
38.5%
Prison Rate
15.4%
Jail Rate
Confinement Type Count Avg Sentence
State Prison Facility 5 3.7 years
County Jail 2 26 days
7
Public Defender
57.1% guilty · 0.0% dismissed
0.0%
Under 21
30.8%
21-29
23.1%
30-39
23.1%
40-49
7.7%
50-59
15.4%
60+
Level Degree Cases
Felony Third Degree 7
Felony Second Degree 4
Misdemeanor Second Degree 2
Charge Cases Guilty Rate Dismissal Rate
Traffic Offense 600 74.3% 15.0%
Drug Possession 127 85.0% 0.0%
Other 72 83.3% 4.2%
Resisting Officer 64 90.6% 0.0%
Battery 56 91.1% 0.0%
Larceny / Theft 47 91.5% 0.0%
Sex Offense 46 100.0% 0.0%
Fraud 35 91.4% 0.0%

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What is the guilty rate for Assault in Hamilton County?
The guilty rate is 61.5% based on 13 cases (2023-2025).
How often is adjudication withheld for Assault in Hamilton County?
Adjudication is withheld in 38.5% of cases. This is a Florida-specific outcome where the court finds guilt but does not formally convict, allowing the defendant to avoid a conviction record under FL Statute 948.01.
What is the average sentence for Assault in Hamilton County?
The average sentence is 2.6 years, with an average fine of $100.00.
What percentage use a public defender vs private attorney?
53.8% of defendants use a public defender, while 0.0% retain private counsel.

About this data: Statistics are derived from FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency records for Hamilton County. "Guilty" includes all cases where the defendant was found guilty. "Adjudication withheld" is a Florida-specific disposition where guilt is found but the court withholds formal adjudication under FL Statute 948.01. "Dismissed" includes all cases dismissed by the court or prosecution.

Source: FDLE Criminal Justice Data Transparency · 13 cases · 2023-2025 · Data last updated March 2026